Siloam, GA

Georgia

Siloam is a small town in Georgia with a population of 283. Residents earn $23,636 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
283 Population 234/sq mi density
$23,636 Median Income $18,454 per capita
$70,700 Home Value
$598 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,636 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,700 home value, $598/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,636
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,700
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $598
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.1%
215% higher than US avg

How Siloam Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population283
Median Age25.6 yrs
Density234/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 11%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,636
Per Capita$18,454
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty39.1%
County GDP$1,242M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,700
Rent$598
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Elevation661 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+82.4%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute31 min
Libraries1

Is Siloam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Siloam receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Siloam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Siloam is $23,636, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 39.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Siloam is $70,700, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $598 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Siloam enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Siloam has a population of 283 with a density of 234 people per square mile. The median age is 25.6 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (49.1%), with 11% White.

Population

283
Total Population
234
People / sq mi
25.6yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Siloam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.5%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.5%
83% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Siloam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Siloam is $23,636, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Siloam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,636
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,454
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$142,551

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate39.1%
215% above US avg
Establishments (County)627
County GDP$1,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare55
Retail79
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,276
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Siloam is $70,700, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $598 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,700
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$598
49% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,276
108% above US avg
Effective Rate10.29%
In Siloam, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 41.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Siloam vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.5%
42% above US avg
Diabetes19.1%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure46.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD10.7%
Stroke5.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity41.7%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress18.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate62.1%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death11,079/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access68.2%
Healthcare Facilities55

Crime Rates: Siloam vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Siloam has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.1 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation661 ft (201 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density234/sq mi
Coordinates33.5409°N, 83.0849°W
County FIPS13133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 29 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+82.4%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density234/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants38
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Work from Home1.9%

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